Natural Great Peace

This retreat is open to anyone with previous experience of meditation.

“Generally we waste our lives, distracted from our true selves, in endless activity; meditation, on the other hand, is the way to bring us back to ourselves, where we can really experience and taste our full being, beyond all habitual patterns.” Sogyal Rinpoche

Practicing meditation in a retreat environment is a special opportunity to refine our practice, enhance our understanding and simply enjoy a taste of the peace of mind and deep sense of well being that meditation brings.

The retreat will include; inspirational video of teachings by Sogyal Rinpoche, extended periods of meditation and silence, in-depth meditation instruction and clarification through questions/answers with experienced instructors.

Also included is walking meditation and other light exercises, sessions focusing on how to integrate our practice in daily life and optional participation in daily Loving Kindness practice.

“Thank you to all the staff and volunteers, this retreat has changed my life ” (Aishling)

About the
Venue and Teacher

Nestled on clifftops in the rugged beauty of Southwest Ireland, Dzogchen Beara has been offering retreats based on the wisdom and compassion of the Tibetan Buddhist tradition for more than 30 years. We welcome guests of all faiths and none to a year round programme that includes weekends suitable for beginners and longer retreats for more experienced meditators. We also have an accredited training programme for health professionals. You can stay any time to make a personal retreat or to enjoy rest and renewal in your own way. Our accommodation includes a farmhouse hostel, secluded cottages and private en suite rooms with conservatories.

Andrew Warr has been studying and practising Buddhism under the guidance of Sogyal Rinpoche since 1984, and has been an instructor in Rigpa for over 20 years. He travels widely in Europe, North America and Australia giving courses, supporting retreats and offering instructor training. He regularly leads short retreats in Dzogchen Beara in Ireland, and is active in designing Rigpa courses. With great clarity, warmth and humour, Andrew skilfully guides people through the teachings and practices, and shows how these can be applied to our everyday life.

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